2015 was a banner year for progress on work and family issues, and especially those of fathers. Commenting on progress on work and family and Mark Zuckerberg on MSNBC was a highlight of my year I am gratified by the progress we’ve made in public policy, in the private sector, and as a culture. I am energized about the progress still to come. Here are some highlights of progress on work and family in 2015, followed by some personal milestones and my expression of gratitude for

Book Launch! Today, I am overwhelmed with gratitude as The Working Dad’s Survival Guide has finally become a reality. (It is currently not only the #1 New Release in Job Markets & Advice, it is also the Amazon #1 BEST SELLER in Job Markets & Advice.) While I’m excited to cross a big item off my Bucket List, I am even more thrilled that my book will be out in the world helping dads everywhere achieve career success while being the loving, involved dads they always wanted to be

Two years ago, a wise friend told me, “If you want to start writing a book in two years, start a blog now.” Following her advice has changed my life. This blog has opened so many doors for me, and given me the opportunity to engage all of you in an important conversation about work-family issues for fathers. Thanks to your support of this blog, I have been able to write at some of the most prestigious outlets in the country- Time, Harvard Business Review, the Wall Street Jour

“Be present. Enjoy your life. Enjoy the time you have with those you love. Every day is a gift.” I never met Oren Miller, but I consider him a friend. When I started blogging, Oren stumbled upon me on the internet and invited me to join a new Facebook group he created for dad bloggers. Oren MIller and his son (Oren shared this photo with me when he wrote as a guest for FWF) This group has become an important part of my life. I often describe Dad Bloggers as one third frat hou

2013 was a very good year for Fathers, Work and Family. Thanks for making me feel like the Richest Man in Town, and for contributing to our important conversation about men and their work and family challenges. Nick and I thank you for making FWF a success! The holiday season always makes me feel so grateful. I’m an amazingly lucky guy. Yes, I have worked hard and made some good decisions to get where I am in life. However, a LOT of what is good in my life is outside of my co

WooHoo!!! FWF hit 10,000 site visits at about 11:58 last night. Thank you all for supporting me and co-creating this important discussion on fathers, work and family issues. Share this: Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) Click to share on Pocket (Opens in new window) Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window) Clic